PhD in Cancer Biology and Cell Communication in Aggressive Gastrointestinal Cancers Amsterdam UMC in Netherlands

Amsterdam UMC is advertising a PhD position in cancer biology focused on decoding cell communication in aggressive gastrointestinal cancers. The project is aimed at understanding how tumor cells interact with surrounding stromal and neuronal cells to promote growth, invasion, and therapy resistance.

This is a strong fit for candidates interested in tumor biology, cell communication, single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, proteomics, organoid and co-culture systems, and CRISPR-based perturbations. The work is described as interdisciplinary, bridging oncology and neuroscience, with the goal of identifying new therapeutic targets.

Location: Amsterdam
Institution: Amsterdam UMC
Funding: Salary listed at €3,108–€3,939 per month

Eligibility highlights: Applicants with a background in biomedical sciences, molecular biology, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 20 May 2026

Interested candidates should use the official application link provided in the post and review the vacancy details on the Amsterdam UMC recruitment page before submitting their application.